Community Based Safety Specialist

Community Based Safety Specialist

Location: Onsite at Seattle Treatment in Motion (TIM) sites

Schedule: Monday - Saturday 4:30am - 2pm (Variable hours, rotating Saturdays)

Compensation: $28.85 - $31.25 per hour

• The Community Based Safety Specialist is part of the Behavioral Health team that supports ETS’ mission by overseeing safety and client engagement while out in the community.
• This role ensures patients and staff are provided with a safe and therapeutic environment.

• Help ETS succeed in carrying out its mission by working with staff to transform systems of harm and inequity.
• Assist with the organization‑wide initiative to reimagine our interconnectedness within the community.
• Operate and drive a 20‑30 foot transport or RV‑style vehicle in high traffic areas.
• Set up and break down a mobile treatment facility in an urban environment.
• Develop professional rapport and trusting relationships with patients through respectful, person‑centered engagement practices.
• Orient new patients to remote TIM locations and manage patient flow.
• Monitor patients’ activities within the immediate vicinity of the remote treatment locations to address safety risks or violations.
• Submit incident reports or other documentation and monitor hazardous materials and conditions.
• Collaborate with Counselors and Case Managers to support individual service plans for patients with challenging behaviors.
• Uphold strict patient confidentiality and safeguard sensitive security‑related information.
• Conduct twice‑daily safety inspections of the mobile treatment unit during check‑out and check‑in.
• Maintain critical functions of the mobile treatment vehicle such as gray‑water tank, tire pressure, fluid levels, and gas tank.
• Assist with receiving and stocking supplies for the mobile treatment unit.
• Assist emergency services during response at remote treatment locations.
• Respond to all mobile treatment facility alarm activations (security, duress, fire, intrusion).
• Help implement systems to support patients with behavioral issues in a highly stimulating urban environment.
• Attend ETS team meetings and other required meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education and/or Relevant and Lived
  
  Experience:
  
  
• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Undergraduate degree desirable, preferably in social services. SUDP/SUDPT a plus.
• Previous experience in a safety‑related role, especially with individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
• Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
  
  
• Understanding of racial justice and social equity and a commitment to creating an equitable environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Customer service experience and/or training.
• Valid driver’s license; experience driving a truck, van, or RV in an urban environment highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload, work independently, and complete tasks efficiently.
• Dependable, able to work under pressure, receptive to change, willing to learn, cooperative problem‑solving approach.
• Flexible team player with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion with sensitive information.
• Ability to set boundaries, resolve conflict, and de‑escalate issues.
• Computer literate; basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and initiative to keep up with technology changes.

• Exposure to illicit drug residues, bio‑hazardous materials, and potential blood borne pathogens; training provided.
• Requirements include frequent standing, walking, kneeling, occasional climbing, stooping, occasional crouching or crawling. Work outside in inclement weather.
• Occasional lifting/moving up to 30 pounds; vision requirements: close, color, peripheral vision and focus adjustment. Moderate noise level.

• Computer, photocopier, fax machine, and phone.
• Possible use of a program vehicle (valid driver’s license required).

• Evergreen Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All…